MethodCombine in a medium saucepan, milk, chocolate in pieces, cardamom, all hole allspice, cinnamon sticks, black pepperand two tablespoons of sugar and ginger fresh or powder.Bring almost to simmer, whisking frequently.Remove from heat, cover and steep 10 minutes. Mix in 1/2 teaspoon vanilla.Meanwhile whisk cream and add remaining tablespoon brown sugar (this was enough for me if you want add a little more) the ginger and remaining vanilla and beat until to peaks.Strain hot chocolate, Ladle into 4 or 5 mugs.Top each with dollop of ginger cream .Sprinkle with cinnamon powder.

Hi Gloria!!!It may be the first day of Spring here but it's still cool enough for a Spicy cup of Hot Chocolate. Yours sounds just perfect for such a chilly raining first day of Spring day! Happy Fall to you Gloria! I know it is one of your favorite seasons:) Thank you so much for sharing...

Wow! What a fab drink! Do you know I really like chai latte which is popular in most coffee bars now in the UK. My only problem is that I find it too sweet. The answer is to make your own (as always!). But this chai hot chocolate is a proper treat! Thank you for sharing this great recipe Gloria.